unclecharlie95 3 #1 December 20, 2011 A comparison: Canopy pilots have a forum where people discuss technique, progression and new technology. Wingsuit pilots have a forum where they argue about which brand suit is better. ________________________________________ Canopy pilots have mutual respect for one another and judge a person on their skills not the canopy they use. Wingsuit pilots argue with each other about the brand of suit they wear. ________________________________________ Canopy pilots have role models like JT, JayMo and NickB to look up to. Wingsuit pilots argue about which brand of suit is better. ________________________________________ Canopy pilots spend hundreds and thousands of jumps practicing to hone their technique before claiming proficiency. Wingsuit pilots spend dozens jumps practicing on one suit before claiming proficiency. ________________________________________ Canopy pilots compete in official competitions with huge cash prizes. Wingsuit pilots compete in competitions for t-shirts and discount vouchers. ________________________________________ Canopy pilots wear cool clothes and sun glasses and people talk to them in the bar. Wingsuit pilots use the WiFi in the bar to argue on the internet. ________________________________________ It used to be said a lot, but seems to have been forgotten - it is the pilot that counts at the end of the day, not the suit. I'm going to take up swooping.. (and yes, I used to be part of the problem but I try not to waste time arguing anymore, better use the time we have to fly - think about it before you hit 'Post Message')BASEstore.it Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piisfish 140 #2 December 20, 2011 Canopy pilots have cats/dogs/girfriends Wingsuit pilots have ponies/unicorns/strapon dildoes scissors beat paper, paper beat rock, rock beat wingsuit - KarlM Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LukeH 0 #3 December 20, 2011 The main driver for most of the shit is the continual barrage of false claims and neglect of safety from one manufacturer and their related vested interests, sponsored flyers etc. Others feel compelled to speak out about these false claims and safety concerns and an argument ensues. This is called 'brand wars' by some people to disguise it, but in fact it's got nothing to do with brand. Good for you if you've risen above! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mariobat 0 #4 December 20, 2011 Quote A comparison: Canopy pilots have a forum where people discuss technique, progression and new technology. Wingsuit pilots have a forum where they argue about which brand suit is better. ________________________________________ Canopy pilots have mutual respect for one another and judge a person on their skills not the canopy they use. Wingsuit pilots argue with each other about the brand of suit they wear. ________________________________________ Canopy pilots have role models like JT, JayMo and NickB to look up to. Wingsuit pilots argue about which brand of suit is better. ________________________________________ Canopy pilots spend hundreds and thousands of jumps practicing to hone their technique before claiming proficiency. Wingsuit pilots spend dozens jumps practicing on one suit before claiming proficiency. ________________________________________ Canopy pilots compete in official competitions with huge cash prizes. Wingsuit pilots compete in competitions for t-shirts and discount vouchers. ________________________________________ Canopy pilots wear cool clothes and sun glasses and people talk to them in the bar. Wingsuit pilots use the WiFi in the bar to argue on the internet. ________________________________________ It used to be said a lot, but seems to have been forgotten - it is the pilot that counts at the end of the day, not the suit. I'm going to take up swooping.. (and yes, I used to be part of the problem but I try not to waste time arguing anymore, better use the time we have to fly - think about it before you hit 'Post Message') Very nice ...but both use fly sight! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Butters 0 #5 December 20, 2011 QuoteCanopy pilots have a forum where people discuss technique, progression and new technology. There are wingsuiters who have tried to create threads about technique, progression, and safety. QuoteCanopy pilots have mutual respect for one another and judge a person on their skills not the canopy they use. Respect goes both ways and what is wrong with judging a person on the suit they use in regards to their skill? Canopy pilots do it. QuoteCanopy pilots have role models like JT, JayMo and NickB to look up to. Who do you consider to be good and or bad role models in wingsuiting? The split in the community is partially due to the split in role models ... QuoteCanopy pilots spend hundreds and thousands of jumps practicing to hone their technique before claiming proficiency. There are wingsuiters who spend hundreds (or thousands) of jumps practicing to hone their technique and still don't claim proficiency. There are canopy pilots who spend dozens jumps practicing on one canopy before claiming proficiency ... just look at all the incidents. QuoteCanopy pilots compete in official competitions with huge cash prizes. So? I wingsuit because I love it, not because I want to win huge cash prizes. QuoteCanopy pilots wear cool clothes and sun glasses and people talk to them in the bar. So? I don't go to the bar."That looks dangerous." Leopold Stotch Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LouDiamond 1 #6 December 20, 2011 Quote It used to be said a lot, but seems to have been forgotten - it is the pilot that counts at the end of the day, not the suit. I'm going to take up swooping.. (and yes, I used to be part of the problem but I try not to waste time arguing anymore, better use the time we have to fly - think about it before you hit 'Post Message') Isn't it a great thing when the light bulb comes on and you realize this little nugget of wisdom? "It's just skydiving..additional drama is not required" Some people dream about flying, I live my dream SKYMONKEY PUBLISHING Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bodypilot1 0 #7 December 20, 2011 Quote I'm going to take up swooping.. Haven't you figured out yet that this is a comedy forum? And you better tan those skinny white legs before you wear those silly little swoop shorts Give the baby a hug Edwww.WestCoastWingsuits.com www.PrecisionSkydiving.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The111 1 #8 December 20, 2011 Quote Canopy pilots wear cool clothes and sun glasses and people talk to them in the bar. Wingsuit pilots wear shirts that say I LOVE YOSEMITE and hang out in packing tents barefoot. www.WingsuitPhotos.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
decompresion 2 #9 December 21, 2011 Good one! But since this is a comedy forum... Canopy pilots sit right next to the door and get out low minutes before everyone else and have a short freefall time Wingsuit "pilots" sit next to the pilot, get out high and after everyone else and have a long freefall time. What is a proficient pilot....not me for sure. I think backfly linked rodeo should be on a proficiency card somewhere.There are no dangerous dives Only dangerous divers Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diablopilot 2 #10 December 22, 2011 The wingsuit types you speak of are the reason I gave it up.---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,026 #11 December 22, 2011 Quote Quote Canopy pilots wear cool clothes and sun glasses and people talk to them in the bar. Wingsuit pilots wear shirts that say I LOVE YOSEMITE and hang out in packing tents barefoot. How about wearing tee shirts that say I LOVE BOOBIES and painting their feet blue.... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeemax 0 #12 December 22, 2011 Turns out they're not that different after all... https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=331598270203221&set=a.142006912495692.24087.139399876089729&type=1&theaterPhoenix Fly - High performance wingsuits for skydiving and BASE Performance Designs - Simply brilliant canopies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VectorBoy 0 #13 December 22, 2011 A comparison: Canopy pilots dominate the podium at competitions. Wingsuit pilots have a forum where they bitch about Jeb, mostly cuz they are extremely EPIC jealous and lets face it he is having more fun than 95% of you... sucks to be you. Almost forgot:Heil safety! Yawl have a nice flight. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KrisFlyZ 0 #14 December 22, 2011 Quote A comparison: Canopy pilots dominate the podium at competitions. Wingsuit pilots have a forum where they bitch about Jeb, mostly cuz they are extremely EPIC jealous and lets face it he is having more fun than 95% of you... sucks to be you. Almost forgot:Heil safety! Yawl have a nice flight. And most Skydivers are GIGANTIC drama queens. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SLAMBO 0 #15 December 22, 2011 Sounds like a pretty bad reason to give up something, if you love it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normiss 798 #16 December 22, 2011 ok, then just add drug use, theft, and lack of flying skills to go with. ETA: also include those that would rather fly an air mattress yet fall like RW dives. WTF are you GOING????? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mikki_ZH 0 #17 December 22, 2011 QuoteSounds like a pretty bad reason to give up something, if you love it. +1Michi (#1068) hsbc/gba/sba www.swissbaseassociation.ch www.michibase.ch Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VectorBoy 0 #18 December 22, 2011 He wasn't very good at it and he really was doing us all a favor. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
voodew1 0 #19 December 23, 2011 Alright its been a while but I want to argue and make fun of people again --- Scott / Chuck anybody??? Diablo .........not worth my time to make fun of him :) The pimp hand is powdered up ... say something stupid Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VectorBoy 0 #20 December 23, 2011 OK but rule #1 No brand war. BM is no longer a brand, its a museum piece, so leave Scott and Chucky alone. Your following sentence is correct, next. The hot topic is all about safety and glide ratios ( and what is a glide ratio. How would you know if one came up to you in a bar and made a pass at you). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bodypilot1 0 #21 December 23, 2011 Good thing you fuckers posted before your bed time! You couldn't even strike up an argument! Maybe you'll get more then lumps of coal for Christmas! XXwww.WestCoastWingsuits.com www.PrecisionSkydiving.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
omnia 0 #22 December 23, 2011 QuoteThe hot topic is all about safety and glide ratios ( and what is a glide ratio. How would you know if one came up to you in a bar and made a pass at you). And what if its really an arctangent angle that only appeared to be a glide ratio while drunk? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hjumper33 0 #23 December 23, 2011 Can we do a vintage flock at Lodi? There has to be a ton of older suits around. Nothing allowed newer than a birdman s3 or a v1. Tony suits will be allowed, but only if they have the original webbies! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piisfish 140 #24 December 23, 2011 Quote Can we do a vintage flock at Lodi? There has to be a ton of older suits around. Nothing allowed newer than a birdman s3 or a v1. that would be calling a Sabre1 a vintage canopy scissors beat paper, paper beat rock, rock beat wingsuit - KarlM Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VectorBoy 0 #25 December 23, 2011 Quote Good thing you fuckers posted before your bed time! You couldn't even strike up an argument! XX Sorry got busy watching swoop videos. It made me horny. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
